2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision (511 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | Vision | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
